International Advisor II

Position Information

Posting Number: S06881P

Position Title:

International Advisor II

Department:
International Education

Location:

Arlington

Position Status:
Full-time

Work Schedule:

Monday – Friday; 8:00am – 5:00pm

Salary:
Commenced on a basis commensurate with qualifications and relevant experience.

The International Advisor II serves as a designated school official (DSO). The role advises international students and processes a variety of documents to ensure compliance with federal immigration regulations. It also supports students with personal and cultural adjustment.

• Process immigration documents and student requests for F1 students in a timely and accurate manner while maintaining data integrity and solid record keeping.
• Advising international students on immigration and academic issues.
• Advising international students on matters of personal and cultural adjustment.
• Provide advisory services in person, by phone, or via email.
• Handle complex case work, including but not limited to reinstatements, employment-based applications, internships, and other advanced requests.
• Collaborate with specialized populations or cohorts as needed.
• Maintain communication with various departments, including Health Center, New Maverick Orientation, Academic Departments, and relevant government agencies (USCIS, SEVP, SSN office, DMV office, ICE).
• Present information regarding immigration regulations, employment regulations, campus resources, cultural adjustment, and campus technology to large groups of students.
• Work alongside Graduate Office and ELI office regarding students enrolled in GESP (Graduate English Skills Program), updating exceptions pages in People Soft to reflect enrolled hours.
• Assist with training of junior International Education Advisors.
• Assist with campus community outreach regarding F-1 status requirements.

• One (1) year of experience in immigration advising, preferably in an academic setting and working with F-1 students.
• Must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident as required by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security to serve as a designated school official.

• Three (3) years of DSO experience, experience working or living abroad, and/or additional related experience.

• Knowledge of F1 visa regulations, requirements, and restrictions.
• Ability to process and properly file immigration forms.
• Ability to work independently with little supervision.
• Working knowledge of computer programs, including SEVIS RTI, People Soft, Microsoft Office, Sunapsis, and Image Now.
• Ability to advise and process immigration casework.
• Customer service oriented with the ability to maintain confidentiality and sensitivity to students’ needs.

We are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package to all employees at the University.

It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington (UTA or The University) to provide an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. In accordance with federal and state law, the University prohibits unlawful discrimination, including harassment, on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, and/or veteran status.

The University also prohibits discrimination on the basis of gender identity and gender expression. Retaliation against persons who oppose a discriminatory practice, file a charge of discrimination, or testify for, assist in, or participate in an investigative proceeding relating to discrimination is prohibited. Constitutionally-protected expression will not be considered discrimination or harassment under this policy. It is the responsibility of all departments, employees, and students to ensure the University’s compliance with this policy.